Connswater Homes Repair Manual

Water Services

Gate Valves on supply pipes

Gate Valve

Hot Water Cylinder

Stop Valve

Usual position of main Stop Value

It may be necessary to turn off your main Stop Valve. You should know where it is situated and it is wise to test it twice a year. To do this, first shut it off and then open it fully. Then close it slightly by turning it back towards off by half a turn. Some items of equipment may have their own Isolation Valves, so that the water supply can be turned off without affecting the rest of the supply. If this is not the case you may be able to turn the relevant supply pipe off at the Gate Valves on the pips coming out of the cold water tank. This will leave you with some services, even though it might only be cold water in the kitchen tap. Please Tell Us • If you have a leak, can you see where it is, (supply or waste) and which item of equipment is affected? • How serious is the leak and is it in the hot or cold supply? • Are your electrics affected? • If your water supply has been shut off, it may be important to turn off your heating appliances.

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